Summary - Ruskin Grove, Maidstone ME15 9WG
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Affordable modern apartment near Maidstone centre, ideal for first-time buyers or investors.
Allocated off-street parking with additional guest parking available.
Open-plan kitchen/lounge with Juliet balcony — good natural light.
Top-floor flat with boarded loft storage accessed by fitted ladder.
Shared ownership sale (seller owns 35%); Orbit Housing Association involvement required.
Leasehold with c.111 years remaining; service charge £196 pa and ground rent £364 pa.
Small footprint (~507 sq ft); best for first-time buyers or investors.
Broadband speeds in area are slow; mobile signal is excellent.
Local area: very deprived classification and above-average crime rates.
This compact two-bedroom apartment on Ruskin Grove offers modern, low-maintenance living close to Maidstone town centre. The open-plan kitchen/lounge with a Juliet balcony brings natural light into the main living area, while allocated off-street parking and communal grounds simplify daily life.
The home is currently offered as a shared ownership sale (seller owns 35%). There is the option to purchase 100% through Orbit Housing Association; interested buyers should contact the association to check eligibility and costs. The lease has about 111 years remaining; annual service charge and ground rent are modest but payable.
Practical points to note: the property is small at roughly 507 sq ft and sits on the top floor, which provides extra privacy and a boarded loft with a fitted ladder for storage. Broadband speeds in the area are slow and local crime levels are above average. These factors should be considered alongside the affordable price and low running costs when weighing suitability for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors.
Overall this is a straightforward, modern apartment suited to someone seeking an inexpensive route onto the property ladder or a low-effort investment near shops, transport links and local schools. Viewing is recommended to assess the internal finish and to discuss shared ownership options with the housing provider.
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